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Malay Mail
a day ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
Good-bye ‘ice cream truck' vibes, Proton e.MAS 7 gets galactic sound upgrade on July 21
KUALA LUMPUR, July 4 — One of the most requested feature for the Proton 7 is the ability to turn off or change the 'Ice Cream Truck' sound. In case you don't know, this is a pedestrian safety-related feature which emits sound when an EV is moving at low speeds (usually 30km/h and below). For a lot of people (us included), the default sound can get a bit annoying especially when you're creeping through a traffic light stop. The folks at Pro-Net have been listening to customer feedback and they have promised to offer a 'fix' in an upcoming OTA software update. As announced yesterday, Proton 7 owners can look forward to new enhancements for their EVs in the coming weeks which also includes the ability to change the default low-speed pedestrian warning sound. Three new pedestrian warning sounds for Proton 7 With the upcoming update, the Proton 7 will soon be getting a total of three new audio options — Classical, Space Walk and Galactic Note. Interestingly, the original 'Ice Cream Truck' is gone and the three sounds are new options. Classic sounds like a spaceship with an ascending tone. Meanwhile, Space Walk and Galactic Note are two variations of ambient and atmospheric type of music, which sounds like booting up an old Microsoft Windows operating system. At least that's what we hear from the demo clip when we tap under settings. You can listen for yourself in the video below: These pedestrian warning sound settings can be found under the Vehicle settings > Sound Settings, and then scroll all the way down until AVAS. Although there's an option to turn AVAS off, it doesn't stay off completely and it will turn back on when you restart the vehicle. However, if you've selected an audio profile, it will be saved for your next trip. Proton 7 owners to get new features including CarPlay starting July 21, 2025 These new features and enhancements are included as part of Flyme Auto Software Update which will be rolled out to Proton 7 EVs in stages starting from July 21. Besides the AVAS options, the OTA update will also enable support for wireless and wired Apple CarPlay, and the ability to allow drivers to retain their last-used settings. The new update also adds support for more third party apps including Zoom for Cars, and Vivaldi Browser. For Android users, you'll need to wait a bit longer for Android Auto support. According to the timeline, Wired and Wireless Android Auto support is expected to be released in Q4 2025. In case you missed it, Proton has introduced 'new variants' for the Proton 7. This includes a new Obsidian Black option with Indigo Blue interior for both Prime and Premium variants, and a limited-quantity Alabaster White interior option which is offered only for the Premium variant in either Quartz Rose and Turquoise Green exteriors. — SoyaCincau
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
Proton e.MAS 7 gets Apple CarPlay, new sounds and smarter features in July 21 update
KUALA LUMPUR, July 3 — During the launch of the refreshed Proton 7 with new colour options, Pro-Net has announced that Wireless and Wired Apple CarPlay support is finally coming in the next couple of weeks. The long-awaited mobile connectivity feature along with additional enhanced features and updates will be rolled out via an Over-The-Air (OTA) software update. It will be rolled out in stages starting July 21, 2025 via a Flyme Auto OS update. A working example of Wireless Apple CarPlay has been showcased during today's event and it looks great on a large 15.4″ 2.5K display. You get four rows of icons which makes it look like a giant iPad. You get four rows of icons which makes it look like a giant iPad. — SoyaCincau pic For those using Android, you'll have to wait a bit longer as Android Auto support will be available by the end of this year. Previously, we were told that Android Auto support is aimed for Q4 2025 release. Besides Apple CarPlay, the refreshed OTA update will also allow drivers to retain their last-used settings, a most wanted feature that has been requested among existing Proton 7 owners. In addition, the new update will also provide more personalised options for the EV's low speed pedestrian warning system (also known as Ice Cream Truck Sound). Besides its current Classical Tone, feature will add two new sound profiles: Galactic Note and Space Walk. Apple CarPlay will be rolled out in stages starting July 21, 2025 via a Flyme Auto OS update. — SoyaCincau pic Once selected, the selected melody for low speed pedestrian warning will remain even upon the next vehicle start-up. The new Flyme Auto OS update also adds support for more third party apps including Zoom for Cars, and Vivaldi Browser. In case you missed it, Proton has now included the Tonneau Cover as standard with the refreshed Proton 7, worth RM300. If you currently own an 7, you won't be left out as Proton says existing owners will soon receive the cover for free. — SoyaCincau
Malay Mail
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Malay Mail
Proton e.MAS 7 sells like hotcakes — One every hour since January
KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 — It's only been four months since the Proton 7 started rolling out in Malaysia, and Pro-Net has already delivered 2,716 units locally and abroad. That's roughly one Proton 7 sold every hour since January 2025, making it not just a hot seller, but the best-selling EV in Malaysia for four months in a row. 863 Proton 7 EVs delivered in April alone In April alone, 863 units were delivered (for both local and export), giving the 7 a 26 per cent market share in the EV space. That's a massive feat considering how competitive the EV scene in Malaysia especially for the sub-RM150,000 segment. Commenting on the achievement, Pro-Net CEO Zhang Qiang said, 'We are incredibly grateful to all of our customers for their continued confidence in us.' He added, 'To have one unit sold every hour shows how ready Malaysians are to embrace the EV future with the Proton 7. Their trust and strong support have driven this success.' Integrated EV Charging map now covers over 2,500 chargers Pro-Net is also making EV ownership easier with its integrated EV charging map. This allows owners to locate and activate EV chargers from various Charge Point Operators (CPO) seamlessly from one single app. The integrated Live Charging Map now covers over 2,500 EV chargers across the country, representing over 90 per cent of the nation's public charging points. These chargers can be accessed directly via the app or through the car's built-in navigation system. Among the latest CPOs to join Pro-Net's EV charging ecosystem is Shell Recharge. To celebrate the roll out, Proton 7 owners can enjoy up to 30 per cent discount for Shell Recharge EV chargers from 26th May to 9th June 2025 High-rise dwellers aren't left out either. Pro-Net has facilitated the installation of more than 1,000 EV chargers in 397 condominiums and apartment buildings. Recently, they have signed a collaboration agreement with Charge+, ChargeSini, RExharge and Charge N Go to expand EV charging accessibility in high-rise residential buildings. Pro-Net is also identifying new Charge Point Operator (CPO) partners to further improve charging accessibility for 7 owners.
